Congress has finally wheeled out a $1.1 trillion omnibus spending bill, which will basically keep the government from shutting down until next fall’s election. The bill is something of a mixed bag.

First, the good news: It renews the year-old provision that prevents a taxpayer bailout of insurers under Obamacare. This was arguably the most important thing for Republicans to insist on in this bill. It is not only politically wise, but it also helps set the stage to repeal Obamacare and replace it in 2017.